Barrister involved in the Pippa McManus Inquest becomes The Times Lawyer of the Week

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Congratulations to barrister Kirsten Sjovoll, who was named The Times Lawyer of the Week for her role in the Pippa McManus Inquest, instructed on behalf of Minton Morrill solicitors who represented the family of Pippa Mcmanus. The firm has been instructed in other Priory related deaths.

Ms Sjovoll, of Matrix Chambers, was instructed by Minton Morrill Solicitors to act for the family of 15-year-old Pippa McManus, known as Pip, who had anorexia and killed herself five days after being released from a psychiatric hospital in Altrincham.

Pip died in December 2015 after stepping in front of a train at Stockport.

Minton Morrill Solicitors were first instructed by the family in July 2016. Minton Morrill Solicitors has a reputation of providing specialist advice, assistance and representation for complex article 2 inquests. The firm worked very closely with the family in what was a very difficult and emotional process. Needless to say the resilience and hard work of everyone involved in the tireless preparation of this inquest was indeed rewarded after the strong conclusion.

“It was a great honour and pleasure working with you and the team in this difficult case. Your hard work, passion and determination shone through. Your personal approach, ability and charming easy going nature put us at ease. Your team were always helpful and are a credit to you.”

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